YMCA DOWNSLINK GROUP

After School Club Assistant

Scout Hut, Horsham

17.5 Hours per week

Term time only - permanent or sessional

£7.20 or higher - depending on qualifications

YMCA Out of School Clubs in Horsham are registered with Ofsted and provide a balance of child-led and adult-initiated opportunities for fun, games, sporting and creative activities, indoors and outdoors. 

We are looking for a motivated and experienced childcare and/or playwork professional to join our team in developing and providing and a range of activities and experiences for the children in our care. The job purpose is to support the running of a busy after school club for children aged 4 - 11 years. 

The role is to supervise and take care of the children in all areas inside and outside of the setting. It involves the delivery of a range of activities within a safe and stimulating environment, in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures, EYFS and OFSTED framework and the Children Acts of 1989 and 2004.

Experience in working with children in a play or sports setting is required and training is provided.  A level 2 or 3 qualification in childcare and/or playwork are desirable but not essential. This is an opportunity to be a part of a dynamic and growing organisation, committed to providing and developing services for children, young people and families in Horsham.

For an informal discussion, contact Elisabeth/Bonnie or Frances.

YMCA DownsLink Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)

Closing date for applications: Monday 8th August 2016 at 9am Interviews date: To be confirmed      

Please download an application pack from YMCA DownsLink Group, or contact the Human Resources Department at 47 Church Road, Hove, BN3 2BE.

Closing date Monday, August 8th 2016